Let's explore shapes in a fun and playful way with the 2D shape mindfulness play mats!
 
This easy to use resource is low prep and lots of fun! Easily print and add in some loose parts, art supplies or playdough to create a fun learning activity. 
 
Print again and again as needed.
 
These also make the perfect mindfulness activity for kids. Set up in your calming space or use as a calming time activity. 
 
 
What’s included:
The PDF file contains:
31 low colour 2D shape mindfulness mats
31 coloured 2D shape mindfulness mats
See the preview above – Printables include either shape names,  affirmations or mindfulness prompts/questions. 
2D shapes included: circle, square, rectangle, triangle, heart, pentagon, hexagon, star
(74 pages total)
 
 
Ideas for use:
Use for loose parts play e.g. Grapat mandala, gems, shells, buttons, stones, items from nature to fill or decorate the shapes.
Use for mindfulness colouring
Use the shape mindfulness mats with art materials e.g. collage, watercolour paints, textas etc.
Use with a light panel/light table and loose parts
Use with playdough - use the pages in a clear page protector with playdough and loose part to decorate.
Print the dotted lined shapes for tracing 
For learning: Name the shapes and identify their properties
 
 
BONUSES:
2D shape flashcards included with 8 shapes
2D shape flashcards with cute smiley faces 
Template to create shape puppets – coloured and uncoloured versions included!
 
 
Learning in a playful way:
Learning the names of 2D shapes
Learning to identify 2D shapes and some of their properties
Using materials such as playdough and loose parts to make shapes.
Tracing shapes
Cutting out shapes with scissors.
Positive self-talk through repeating the affirmations
Mindfulness strategies for life – taking a mindful moment to create and play
Fine motor skills + hand-eye coordination when using loose parts
 
 
 
*Ideas for ages 3+ as they contain small parts. All play was supervised. 
Always supervise scissor use.
 
 
 
Please note: This product is a digital pdf file – instant download. All items shown in photographs are as props only.